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Glossary & FAQs

Reentry Citizen

Someone who is returning to a community after spending time in a jail, prison, or other correctional facility.

501(c)(3)

A specific type of nonprofit identity almost exclusively for organizations with charitable, religious, scientific, educational, or other approved public purposes.

Vulnerable Communities

Group(s) of people at a higher risk of harm, poor health, and negative economic and environmental impacts due to historic and societal unfairness. (i.e., minorities, low-income families, older adults and children, etc.)

The Architecture

A 15-week cohort for individuals to learn and understand who they are becoming. It is an experience of self-discovery, strategic life planning, and successfully integrating into modern society.

Youth Development Programs

A specific type of nonprofit identity almost exclusively for organizations with charitable, religious, scientific, educational, or other approved public purposes.

FAQs

What is PF Changes Inc.?
  • PF Changes Inc. is a nonprofit that empowers young adults from all walks of life to enter adulthood with confidence and enthusiasm. This organization provides charitable and educational programs that support young people who lack mentorship or community support. We believe meaningful change happens when people have access to the right information, relationships, resources, encouragement, and opportunities.
What makes PF Changes Inc. different?
  • PF Changes Inc. believes long-term empowerment requires looking beyond a person’s immediate problem and addressing the whole individual. A person’s past, current circumstances, or setbacks do not have to determine their future. Our work encourages people to recognize their potential, strengthen their foundation, make informed decisions, develop practical life skills, and continue moving forward.
What is the Placement Approach vs. the Family approach?
  • The Placement approach is a method of providing young people with the bare minimum because they are not open to accepting support. As a result, participants in PF Changes Inc.’s programs receive the assistance they need to survive but not thrive.
  • The Family Approach is a method in which young adults and their mentors work together to create eye-opening experiences that show youth just how big the world is and confirm that their lives are not defined solely by negative experiences and hardships.
How can I enroll in PF Changes Inc.’s programs?
  • PF Changes Inc. accepts participants on a rolling basis – all are welcome! For general inquiries about any of the programs or PF Changes Inc., please email info@pfchangesinc.org. To enroll in our educational programs, become a part of the community, and get the experience of a lifetime, fill out one of our interest forms on our “Get Involved” page.
Is the 15-week Cohort therapy/counseling?
  • No, the PF Changes Inc. cohort is an educational program for mentorship and personal development. It does not replace licensed mental-health treatment, medical care, legal advice, financial advice, or other professional services. When appropriate, participants may be encouraged to seek assistance from qualified professionals or community organizations.
Is assistance from PF Changes Inc. guaranteed?
  • Unfortunately, it is not. PF Changes Inc. makes reasonable efforts to provide information, guidance, services, and/or referrals when resources are available, but assistance cannot be guaranteed. Program availability may depend on funding, eligibility, staffing, donations, partner availability, geographic location, and the individual’s circumstances.
Does PF Changes Inc. provide housing?
  • PF Changes Inc. is not currently represented as a residential housing provider. However, we may assist individuals with housing-resource navigation, referrals, information, and connections to organizations that specialize in shelters, transitional housing, rental assistance, supportive housing, and other housing programs.
What can I donate to PF Changes Inc. besides money?
  • Depending on current community needs and storage capacity, PF Changes Inc. gladly accepts donations outside of financial contributions. (Please contact PF Changes Inc. before making a large donation so our team can confirm current needs and acceptance procedures.) We accept appropriate in-kind donations such as:
    • New or gently used clothing
    • Shoes
    • New hygiene products
    • Household necessities
    • Nonperishable food
    • Bottled water
    • School supplies
    • Professional clothing
    • Other approved essential items

Still have questions?

We understand that every person’s situation is different, and we want to help where we can. If you do not see your question answered here, contact PF Changes Inc. for more information. Our goal is to listen, understand your needs, and help determine the most appropriate next step.